The 4th Biomass Veneer Dryer in Latvia

Shine Machinery Strengthens Baltic Presence with 4th Biomass Dryer Ship to Latvia

Latvia – May 2025 — Shine Machinery has marked a significant milestone in its European expansion with the recent shipment of a custom 4-layer, 38-meter veneer dryer to Latvia. This delivery not only represents Shine’s 4th installation in the region but also underscores its expertise in deploying biomass dryer systems tailored to local forestry and production needs—specifically, supporting the client’s birch veneer production operations.

A Landmark Shipment for Latvia’s Forestry Hub

The newly dispatched dryer, engineered for high-capacity birch veneer processing, arrives at a critical juncture for Latvia’s thriving wood industry. As a major producer of birch logs and veneers in the Baltic region, Latvia’s manufacturers increasingly seek efficient, sustainable solutions to meet growing global demand for premium wood products.

This shipment follows three previous installations of Shine’s dryers in Latvia, each leveraging the company’s signature biomass burner technology to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and cut operational costs. For this client—a key player in Latvia’s birch veneer supply chain—the new 4-layer, 38-meter dryer represents a strategic upgrade to scale production while maintaining sustainability goals.

Customized to Birch Veneer: High Capacity, Low Waste

Designed specifically for the client’s birch veneer production line, the new dryer boasts a 4.5-meter working width and a robust 15-ton biomass burner, enabling it to process an impressive 7 cubic meters of veneer per hour. This high throughput aligns with the client’s need to process large volumes of birch veneer—used in furniture, construction, and decorative applications—without compromising on quality.

A Proven Partner in Latvia’s Wood Industry

This shipment reinforces Shine Machinery’s reputation as a trusted partner for Latvia’s forestry sector. Over the past three years, the company’s dryers have supported local producers in transitioning from manual, weather-dependent sun-drying to automated, eco-friendly processes. For the client, this latest installation is part of a broader plan to modernize their facility and position Latvia as a competitive exporter of premium birch veneer in Europe.